What is the name of the TV producer played by Andie MacDowell?

The TV producer played by Andie MacDowell is Rita Hanson.

Rita Hanson is the producer assigned to work with television weatherman Phil Connors during his Groundhog Day coverage. She travels with Phil and cameraman Larry to Punxsutawney, where Phil's contempt for the assignment contrasts sharply with Rita's warmth, intelligence, and patience.

As the time loop continues, Phil repeatedly tries to manipulate Rita using information gathered from previous versions of the day. She initially rejects his dishonest advances, especially when he claims to love her despite barely knowing her. Her skepticism becomes crucial to the story because she recognizes that Phil must change genuinely rather than simply learn better tricks.

Rita's name is sometimes confused with those of famous performers such as Rita Moreno or Rita Hayworth, but neither appears in the film's role. Andie MacDowell's performance gives Rita a grounded emotional center, balancing Bill Murray's sarcastic portrayal of Phil. Rita's influence helps redirect the film from a comic fantasy about repetition toward a story about empathy and personal transformation.